Goth style is first and foremost about freedom of expression and portraying one's individuality. The Goth lifestyle is very popular. Teens are into it, but you may be surprised to learn that people in their twenties and older are adopting it too. Make-up, accessories, hair, and clothing are main aspects for defining this style.

The most common aspect of clothing associated with Goth fashion is the use of all- or mostly-black outfits, usually combined with distinct accessories, such as fishnet or velvet tights and heavy pewter jewelry. Now while black is still the ruling color of all colors when it comes to Goths, dark or even bright jewel tones are coming into the scene to add a feel of punk rock. That's the subculture the Goth style came from.

Hair is an important part of Goth style. Hair has a lot of potential here. It is the one part of the body that's the easiest to style into an endless variety of different looks. Goths usually either dye their hair or sport wigs.

Colors vary widely, ranging anywhere from black to pink, but typically the hair is limited to a single flat color... or else a color that contrasts sharply with big highlights. Subtle is not a word to use in regards to Goth hair. As for hair styles, they include partially shaved heads, Mohawks, angled cuts, bobs, and long, blunt cuts. These hair styles are worn by everyone from men, women, boys, and girls.

Now we move on to make-up. Goth makeup includes a lot of black, not surprisingly. Black eyeliner, black mascara, and even black lipstick are commonplace in the make-up kit of Goth style. Wearing make-up to enhance one's originality is something done by men and women alike. A white foundation or cheek color is often used to create contrast, and some Goths will add some color in the form of dark red lipstick or colored false lashes.